10 Best Bunkhouse Travel Trailer Under 30 ft


Many people enjoy traveling in trailers because it allows them to have a place to stay without paying for a hotel or other accommodations. But what are the best travel trailers on the market? We have listed 10 of them below.

1. Rockwood Mini Lite 2509S

The Rockwood Mini Lite 2509S may be only 25′ 11” long, but it packs a lot of features into that small space. Its outdoor features include:

  • A powered tongue jack for your convenience
  • A rear ladder
  • A griddle perfect for cooking pancakes or meat
  • Outdoor speakers are perfect for throwing a tailgate party
  • A huge power awning
  • Cable and Satellite hookup for all of your entertainment needs
  • A large solar panel
  • Storage for gear, propane, and batteries
  • And more!

As you can see, the outdoor features of the 2509S include just about anything you could ever need to have outside. Regarding interior features, the 2509S is also not lacking in any way. Some of the interior features (the inside is nice, like an apartment almost) include:

  • Tons of storage
  • A bathroom with a skylight and a Showermiser water saving system
  • A large tv that pulls out from the wall
  • A great kitchen with lots of outlets for charging and appliances and great countertop space for an RV
  • Beautiful Cabinetry
  • A comfortable, well-sized Murphy bed
  • And 2 corner bunks with a curtain for privacy.

The interior has many more features, and these are only just highlights. All in all, the Rockwood Mini Lite 2509S packs an incredible amount of features and comfort into a travel trailer much smaller than many of its counterparts! The only downside to this trailer is that some people do not like having to set up the Murphy bed, and some people prefer to have a bunk area separated by a door instead of a curtain. But overall, this is a great travel trailer with bunks that comes in at just under 26 feet!

Specifications

Weights

Dry Hitch Weight 773 lbs.
Unloaded Vehicle Weight 5,499 lbs.
Cargo Carrying Capacity 1,434 lbs.

Measurements

Exterior Length (Overall)25 ft 11 in
Exterior Height10 ft 11 in
Exterior Width8 ft
Awning Length18 ft

Tank Capacities

Fresh Water Capacity 54 Gallons
Gray Water Capacity 30.9 Gallons
Black Tank Capacity 30 Gallons

Jaco Jay Flight SLX 174BH

The Jaco Jay Flight SLX 174BH is a great little camper. It is not quite as fully featured as, say, the Rockwood Mini Lite 2509S, but it still has quite a lot for its size. Some of the stand-out features and things to know about this model are:

  • An excellent warranty for its class.
  • An actual queen bed means both more comfort and more convenience in the case of buying sheets or comforters or replacing the mattress.
  • A carpetless interior prevents nasty smells and stains from building on the floor.
  • There is a well-placed tv hookup, allowing you to fulfill your entertainment needs.
  • Great turn signal safety lights and backup lighting, as well as the option to hook up side and rear cameras. The towing safety features of this trailer are first-class.
  • The roof is wired to use solar, and solar panels are an optional package when buying this RV.
  • The bunk beds do not come with a privacy curtain, but they feel separate from the rest of the RV.
  • The bathroom is pretty spacious and has a skylight.

The only real downsides to this camper are the lack of kitchen storage, which is just non-existent, and the lack of a privacy curtain for the bunk beds. Even so, this camper packs a serious punch for its size and has everything you could want in a beginner trailer.

Specifications

Weights

Dry Hitch Weight 265 lbs.
Unloaded Vehicle Weight 3,135 lbs.
Cargo Carrying Capacity 1,015 lbs.
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating 4,150 lbs.

Measurements

Exterior Length (Overall)21 ft 8 in
Exterior Height9 ft 3 in
Exterior Height (With A/C)9 ft 3 in
Exterior Width7 ft 1 in
Interior Height (Main)6 ft 6 in
Awning Length10 ft

Tank Capacities

Fresh Water Capacity20 Gallons
Gray Water Capacity 19.9 Gallons
Black Tank Capacity 19.9 Gallons
Propane Unit 20 lbs.

Miscellaneous

SleepsUp to 5
Water Heater6
# of outside storage compartments1
Furnace BTU19,000
Tire SizeST205/75R14’D’

3. Wolf Pup 16 BHS

The Wolf Pup 16 BHS is a relatively small and lightweight travel trailer, but it is solidly constructed. It comes with a good range of both outdoor and indoor features that make it feature-packed for its size, including:

  • An outdoor TV mount, perfect for chilling outside during the fall months and watching something while you roast marshmallows or eat.
  • An outdoor mini fridge perfect for holding drinks on hot days.
  • An adjustable outdoor awning.
  • A backup camera.
  • A nice queen bed that comes with under-the-bed storage accessible from the outside.
  • 2 good-sized bunks in the back of the trailer.
  • A bathroom.
  • USB charging ports that work off of 12-volt battery power.
  • A relatively small kitchen that has decent storage space and a deep stainless steel sink, along with a 2 burner stove perfect for eating breakfast.
  • An oversized ceiling air conditioner perfect for keeping cool during the summer.
  • Interior speakers with a subwoofer for better bass.

This trailer is an excellent choice for small families that don’t need a ton of room or want a lighter trailer they can tow with a smaller vehicle but want all the typical amenities standard on larger models. This trailer is perfect for people who want to use their trailer to go camping!

Specifications

Weights

Dry Hitch Weight 460 lbs.
Unloaded Vehicle Weight 4,999 lbs.
Cargo Carrying Capacity 3,367 lbs.

Measurements

Exterior Length (Overall)21 ft 9 in
Exterior Height10 ft 6 in
Exterior Width7 ft
Awning Length12 ft

Tank Capacities

Fresh Water Capacity 26 Gallons
Gray Water Capacity 23 Gallons
Black Tank Capacity 23 Gallons

4. Dutchmen Aerolite 2573BH

Coming in at just under 30 ft, the Dutchmen Aerolite is one of the most spacious campers on this list and one of the most spacious you will find at this length just about anywhere! It comes with a slide for extra space, creating a dinette area that can seat as many as 6 people. It also has a huge awning, incredible TV hookups, and many more features, including:

  • A spacious bathroom with a shower, bath, and sink, as well as a vanity cabinet complete with a mirror.
  • A hardtop kitchen counter complete with a microwave, fridge, large pantry, a 3 burner stove, and an oven (a rarity in campers of this class).
  • Built-in surround sound inside and outdoor speakers under the awning.
  • An outdoor grill and mini fridge, perfect for tailgating (there is even an outdoor TV hookup!).
  • Built-in compatibility for solar panels is an excellent option for those who want to go boondocking far away from any power hookups.
  • An outdoor hose hookup for washing off your muddy boots before you get inside the trailer.
  • A ladder that folds up into the trailer instead of underneath.
  • Outdoor LED lighting.
  • Automatic leveling is a huge time saver for setting up the R.V.
  • Large bunks and a spacious queen bed that folds out of the way during the day.

The Dutchmen Aerolite is one of the most fully featured trailers on this list and is perfect for a mid-to-large-sized family and long stints camping. It is pretty big, and has all the features you could want!

Specifications

Weights

Dry Weight6,282 lbs.
Payload Capacity3,398 lbs.
Hitch Weight921 lbs.

Measurements

Exterior Length (Overall)29.83 ft. (358 in.)
Exterior Height11.42 ft. (137 in.)
Interior Height6.83 ft. (82 in.)

Tank Capacities

Fresh Water Capacity 50 Gallons
Gray Water Capacity 78 Gallons
Black Tank Capacity 28 Gallons
Propane Unit 40 Gallons

Miscellaneous

SleepsUp to 8
Water Heater6 Gallons
Slideouts1
Furnace BTU13,500

5. KZ Sportsmen Classic 181BH

The KZ Sportsmen Classic is another great trailer with a slide, except this one is much shorter than the Dutchmen Aerolite 2573BH at under 22 feet long. It happens to be one of the lighter trailers that you can find that comes with a slide. However, this is not to say that the Sportsmen Classic is lacking in any way. It comes complete with many desirable features, including

  • A 13-inch awning
  • A bathroom with a shower/tub
  • A kitchen with a refrigerator and a microwave, a two-burner stove, and good countertop space for an RV. There is also a lot of storage space underneath the counter.
  • A dinette on the slide
  • 2 bunks
  • A large master bed
  • Pass Thru storage at the front of the RV

This trailer is an excellent choice for those who want the extra space that a slide can offer (the dinette area is pretty nice to have) but who don’t have a massive vehicle available to tow something like the 2573BH.

Specifications

Weights

UVW (Unloaded Vehicle Weight)3,070 lbs.
Dry Hitch Weight380 lbs.
Dry Axle Weight2,690 lbs.
CCC (Cargo Carrying Capacity)430 lbs.
GVWR3,500 lbs.

Measurements

Interior Height78″
Exterior Height (without A/C)112″
Exterior Width84″
Exterior Length21′ 5″

Tank Capacities

Fresh Water Capacity 20 Gallons
Gray Water Capacity (gals)26 Gallons
Black Tank Capacity (gals)26 Gallons
LP Gas Cap. 20 lbs

Miscellaneous

Sleepsup to 5
Refrigerator (Cubic Feet)8
Water Heater Cap. (Gal. LP w/DSI)6
Tire Size15
Furnace BTUs (1,000s)13,500
Awning13′

6. Lance 2185 Travel Trailer

The Lance 2185 Travel Trailer is another great trailer, and it too comes with a large slide, in this case, an even bigger one with a considerable dinette area. This trailer is a little bigger than the last one and comes with many similar features, including:

  • A three-burner stove with a glass cover to increase your counter space when you’re not using the stove
  • A queen bed that can fit residential sheets
  • lots of built-in storage and wood cabinets
  • A large awning, with an option for a power awning that adjusts with the sun
  • Bunks that can be converted into storage

Perfect for going hunting or fishing, or camping out with the family, this trailer is both luxurious and spacious, with all the basics and amenities you need and the option to add even more advanced features.

Specifications

Weights

Gross Dry Weight5345 lbs
Hitch Dry Weight915 lbs
Axle Weight4430 lbs
Cargo Carrying Capacity2555 lbs
GVWR 7900 lbs

Dimensions

Floor Length21’2”
Overall Length26’1”
Exterior Width96-3/8”
Exterior Heightw/15K A/C 10’5”
Interior Height 80”
Convertible Dinette Bed54” X 78”

Tank Capacities

Fresh Water Capacity 45 Gallons
Gray Water Capacity 40 Gallons
Black Tank Capacity 40 Gallons
Propane Unit 3-5 lbs.

Miscellaneous

Sleepsup to 7
Refrigerator6 Cu. Ft.
Tire Size225/75R15E
Furnace25M

7. Forest River Wildwood FSX 178BHSK

The Wildwood 178BHSK is a great and spacious trailer, and it may just be one of the nicest and fanciest ones on the list. It does come with just about everything you could need or want in a travel trailer. This includes:

  • A queen murphy bed that folds up to reveal even more seating space, an essential consideration for people who want to be able to relax in the trailer during the middle of the day when it’s hot
  • A beautiful dinette area that can seat 6 comfortably, with a large window to let in lots of sunlight
  • Two large double-over double-corner bunks
  • A kitchen area complete with a stovetop with two burners and a large, deep sink, as well as a microwave and some over-the-sink storage for your dishes.
  • A considerable refrigerator perfect for your camp cooking needs
  • A ceiling-mounted air conditioner
  • A bathroom
  • Lots of windows to let in light during the day
  • An outdoor kitchen
  • no carpet on the floors, which keeps them cleaner.

This floorplan is great, with lots of daytime seating and nighttime sleeping space, as well as many windows to let in light during the day. It also comes with a lot of storage. This is an excellent option for a larger family and has a ton of usable space and features for its size.

Specifications

Weights

Dry Hitch Weight 430 lbs.
Unloaded Vehicle Weight 3,749 lbs.
Cargo Carrying Capacity 1,081 lbs.

Measurements

Exterior Length (Overall)22 ft 11 in
Exterior Height10 ft 4 in
Exterior Width7 ft 5 in
Awning Length12 ft

Tank Capacities

Fresh Water Capacity 43 Gallons
Gray Water Capacity 30 Gallons
Black Tank Capacity 30 Gallons

8. 2020 Sonic Lite SL169VBH

The SL169VBH is a unique entry on this list, as its floorplan is a little different from most of the others. In this model, the bunks are located right on the opposite side of the queen murphy bed, parallel to them. This makes the trailer a bit more compact but makes sleeping in the bunk beds less difficult for taller sleepers. Some of the best features of this RV include the following:

  • An overhead cabinet in the kitchen, as well as a fridge and a stove range, and a sink.
  • A pantry closet next to the kitchen.
  • A bathroom with a 36” tub.
  • A murphy bed that can be replaced during the day by a free-standing table and 2 foldaway chairs.
  • Lots of storage, including pass-through and overhead storage and garment racks over by the Murphy bed.
  • Pack-N-Play door by the bunks.

This is a great trailer that comes in under 3,000 pounds, and it packs all the necessities of RV life inside without compromising on storage.

Specifications

Weights

UVW (Unloaded Vehicle Weight3,210 lbs.
Dry Hitch Weight400 lbs.
Dry Axle Weigh2,810 lbs.
NCC (Net Carrying Capacity)990 lbs.

Measurements

Interior Height6 ft 10 in
Exterior Height (with A/C)9 ft 11 in
Exterior Width7 ft 5 in
Exterior Length21 ft 4 in
Awning Length11 ft

Tank Capacities

Fresh Water Capacity38 Gallons
Gray Water Capacity 30 Gallons
Black Tank Capacity 30 Gallons
Water Heater Cap6 Gallons
Propane Unit 20 lbs.

Miscellaneous

SleepsUp to 4
Refrigerator7 (Cubic Feet)
Furnace BTU16,000
Tire Size15″

9. Rockwood Geo Pro G19BH

The Rockwood Geo Pro is only 20 feet long, but don’t let that fool you. The interior is still really solid, and it makes excellent use of all the space that it has. It comes with the following:

  • A dinette with overhead storage.
  • A 54 by 74 queen bed.
  • Two small single bunks.
  • A bathroom with overhead storage.
  • An outdoor griddle and a 14-inch awning.
  • Exterior storage and a bike door.
  • A kitchen with a fridge, overhead cabinets, a sink, and a stovetop and oven, which is excellent for a trailer this size.
  • A full bed in the corner, complete with a 32” tv along the wall on one side and a shelf next to the bed.

This trailer is perfect for small families looking to get outdoors in comfort. It is not the fanciest trailer on this list, but it has all the features one would expect from a trailer its size.

Specifications

Weights

Hitch Weight 425 lbs.
Unloaded Vehicle Weight 3,209 lbs.
Cargo Carrying Capacity 1,216 lbs.

Measurements

Exterior Length 20 ft 2 in
Exterior Height9 ft 10 in
Exterior Width7 ft 8 in
Awning Length13 ft

Tank Capacities

Fresh Water Capacity 31 Gallons
Gray Water Capacity 27 Gallons
Black Tank Capacity 27 Gallons

10. Clipper Ultra-Lite 21 BH

Rounding out the list is the Clipper Ultra-Lite 21, coming in at a length of 27 feet. One of the largest models without a slide on this list, this trailer comes equipped with the following:

  • A tub shower and linen closet.
  • 2 bunk beds.
  • A refrigerator.
  • A dinette with overhead storage.
  • A kitchen with a large sink.
  • A large queen bed, with an option for a murphy bed and sofa.
  • Storage by the murphy bed.
  • A spacious 18′ awning.

This trailer is quite a beast and is certainly big enough for a whole family.

Specifications

Weights

Hitch Weight525 lbs.
Dry Weight4,226 lbs.
Gross Weight6,525 lbs.

Measurements

Interior Height6 ft 6 in
Exterior Height 9 ft 10 in
Exterior Width7 ft 6 in
Exterior Length27 ft
Awning Length18 ft. Power with LED Lights

Tank Capacities

Fresh Water Capacity40 Gallons
Gray Water Capacity 32 Gallons
Black Tank Capacity 32 Gallons
Water Heater Capacity6 Gallons
LP Tank Capacity20 lbs.

Miscellaneous

Sleepsup to 5
Refrigerator7 (Cubic Feet)
Furnace 20,000 BTU
Tire Size15″

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